IN ACTION

MEET THE PRODUCER: THE BUTTER FACTORY

Myrtleford Cultured Butter is made using the finest cream from upstanding citizens from Victoria’s High Country cow community. We lightly salt our butter using Lake Dimboola pink salt from Mt Zero, the salt is textured to give our butter a slight crunch that you see in European butters.

Our Buttermilk is unique, we are the only manufacturer of real pure buttermilk, it’s the liquid left over from churning, not a cultured skim milk that large companies make. It has so many uses from marinating meat to tenderise and making a beautiful salad dressing. Baking is the obvious choice with pancakes being on top of the list. Check out our website for more recipes and ideas www.thebutterfactory.com.au

We are able to supply bulk butter in 2.5 kg blocks please email for price and to place an order info@thebutterfactory.com.au

MEET THE PRODUCER : SHUKI & LOUISA

Shuki and Louisa are two friends who love Middle Eastern food. Shuki grew up in Israel with an Iraqi Mum who fed him loads of good, home cooked Middle Eastern food and Louisa grew up on a farm in the Mallee, where her family still grow hundreds of tonnes of grains and pulses.

Early in 2013, they decided to combine their backgrounds to create a range of Middle Eastern specialities based on Shuki’s Mum’s recipes and using Louisa’s Dad’s pulses and grains.

MEET THE PRODUCER : LA MADRE BAKERY

Time is precious, so at La Madre we like to slow things down a bit. We use traditional baking techniques – including a gradual fermentation – and scour the land for the finest ingredients. Each loaf is individually crafted in the bakers’ hands, plus we say no to preservatives, improvers and additives.

La Madre is also passionately committed to sustainable baking and business practices.

MEET THE PRODUCER : AUSTRALIAN VEGIE GOURMET

Australian Vegie Gourmet manufactures
Fresh Falafel, Vegie Burgers, Dips, Pesto, Dressing, Sauces, Mayonnaise and Hand Made Gnocchi. We are certified by Australian Made Australian Grown, Kosher, Halal, Victorian School Canteen and Victorian Farmers’Market Association.

This summer we introduced a unique “first in the world” – Goat Cheese Dips. We are proud to use Victorian farmers’ vegetables, cheese, cream cheese, herbs and spices.

Our products are sold at Fresh Markets around Melbourne, Gourmet Deli, top end veg-fruit shops, sporting events and more. Our Fresh Falafel and Hommus is one of the best in town!!

Chestnut harvest is from March to June. We attend several farmers’ markets and enjoy putting our produce in the hands of people who are going to eat it! We also greatly appreciate feedback and swapping recipes. Come and try our ready cooked chestnuts, boiled or roasted.

Their fruit is not sprayed with any pesticides and their orchard operates with sustainable organic practices. With recent limited water allocations and the need to remove 30% of their trees, selling at Farmers’ Markets has become a significant part of their marketing strategy.

YOU CAN GET ALL YOU NEED TO FEED!

You might be wondering how on earth do I buy all that I need from the market? Well believe us, it is definitely possible!

This challenge is all about keeping it simple, having fun and eating delicious food. You will be pleasantly surprised at the diversity available. Pick up your dairy needs with milk, cheese and yoghurt, breads, meats such as beef, goat, pork, lamb and chicken, heaps of seasonal fruit and veg, nuts, pasta and ready meals as well as eggs, herbs and more! We just want you to discover all the freshness and meet the folk who grow and make it for you. Embrace the challenge, give directly to these amazing producers and enjoy and amazing shopping experience. Below is some of the produce we bought at this weeks Slow Food Melbourne Market in Abbotsford. And yes, you can use your pantry staples!

MEET THE FARMER : HARTDALE PARK RED DEER

Hartdale Park is currently home to a herd of 200 red deer that has been built up over the past ten years by the owners, David and Rose Laird, using some of the best red deer genetics available.

As part of our program to ensure economic viability, Hartdale Park has developed its own branded venison which is sold at Farmers Markets in St Kilda, Collingwood, Nunawading, and Traralgon. Hartdale Park venison has also been served in some of the finest restaurants and is available at selected quality outlets throughout Victoria.